Newborn Baby Dandruff or Cradle Cap

It’s fairly common for parents to discover scales or flakiness on their baby’s scalp. Sometimes this is dandruff and sometimes is cradle cap. In either case, your baby will probably not be bothered, but there are steps you can take to safely clear baby’s scalp. What is Cradle Cap? Cradle cap is known in medical …

What causes cradle cap in babies?

At first sight, dry scalp and cradle cap can be hard to differentiate. Dry scalp is simply flaky skin on the scalp. Cradle cap (seborrheic dermatitis), on the other hand, starts with flaky skin but often evolves into a more serious and complex set of symptoms. Dry Scalp: a very common occurrence The skin flaking …

Winter tips for newborns

Most pediatricians recommend limiting the amount of exposure to cold weather for newborns since baby skin is 30% thinner. In addition, infants aren’t able to regulate their body temperatures as well as older children or adults. If temperatures are below freezing, keep baby indoors except for quick trips. Taking Baby Outdoors When you do venture …

Baby Dandruff and Cradle Cap in babies

Cradle cap is a very-common skin condition that impacts nearly 70% of babies by three-months old. Cradle cap or seborrheic dermatitis, in babies most common on the scalp. It can also affect the skin around the torso, face, and diapering area. Cradle cap is not contagious, so it is not caused by contact with another …

bean-b-clean cradle cap brush

Use the right tool for the job! Many newborn babies experience flaky or dry skin on their heads. The best way to treat cradle cap is with the Bean-b-Clean brush, which is made precisely for this purpose. Here’s how to make the best use of this amazing tool! Causes of Flaky Skin on Babies Babies …

What causes cradle cap in babies?

Baby hair gives those little heads some personality so naturally parents want to keep every strand. Yet, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) says most babies will lose some — or even all — of their hair in the first 3-6 months. If you are wondering why your baby is losing hair, we offer common …

summer strategies for baby

As the summer days grow longer you may find your outings with baby challenged by heat, sun, and bugs. These tips can make the season more manageable and keep your little one comfortable. Dress for success: Rising temps may have you donning shorts but unsure of how to dress your infant. Bodysuits made from 100 …

The Bean-b-Clean cradle cap brush makes a great gift!

  Celebrating parents-to-be with a Baby Shower shares the excitement and anticipation of the new arrival. We’ve gathered gift ideas to suit every gift giver and every parent and baby. All you have to do is shop! The Bean-b-Clean cradle cap brush is the perfect gift for all parents-to-be. Whether you make it part of …

Newborn skincare myths

Baby tips passed down from your parents and grandparents are sweet gestures intended to make your job as a new parent easier. But the old-school advice might be dangerously out of date. Let’s look at some of the newborn skincare myths that keep making the rounds and set the story straight. You’re told: You need …

Caring for newborn hair

A new baby is precious in every way. How do you care for your newborn’s hair? Tips (and styles!) to try Not every baby is born with a head of hair, but most can manage to grow some whisps by the time they are a year old. That doesn’t mean you can wait to start …